Depression or anxietyIssues like depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts are prevalent among teenagers and often require professional intervention. Parent-teen communicationAdolescents and parents may benefit from counselling to improve conflicts related to boundaries, communication, and changes in family dynamics. TraumaTraumatic events, like accidents, physical or sexual abuse or violence, can lead to PTSD. Counselling provides a safe space for teens to process what happened, learn healthy coping skills, and heal from these kinds of experiences. Stress and overwhelmCoping with the stressors of school, extracurricular activities, and social pressures can be challenging for teens. Counselling can provide tools for managing stress effectively. Anger managementTeenagers who have difficulty managing anger and expressing it in healthy ways can learn effective anger management strategies in counselling. Identity and self-esteemAdolescents often grapple with issues related to self-identity, self-esteem, body image, or sexuality and may find counselling helpful in improving self-concept and self-acceptance. |
Academic difficultiesCounselling can help teenagers who are struggling academically by addressing issues like motivation, self esteem, time management, and learning difficulties. Behavioural problemsTeenagers may exhibit challenging behaviours such as defiance, aggression, delinquency, or running away from home. Therapy can help to find solutions. Grief, loss and major changesTherapy can help teens adjust and process emotional challenges that can result from major life changes like divorce, relocation, or the death of a loved one or other significant losses. Peer relationship issuesCounselling equips teens with strategies to improve interpersonal skills, and address concerns of loneliness, social isolation, bullying, or unhealthy relationships with peers. High-risk coping strategiesTeens may experiment with risky methods of trying to cope on their own with stress or challenges. Therapy can help them develop safer alternatives. Future planningTeens who are uncertain about their future, career goals, or post-secondary education choices can benefit from counselling to explore their options and set meaningful goals. |
When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.
– Fred Rogers
Empowering Teen ConfidenceChanges in a teen's attitudes, behaviours, mood, relationships, or academic performance, may indicate a need for professional intervention. Counselling with an experienced teen psychologist helps your teen navigate challenges with expert support, and succeed in reaching in their goals. Connect with us for more information or book an appointment online.
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